American agave
Agave americana · Agaves · Asparagus family
Also known as: Century Plant · Maguey · American Aloe
Very easy60–200cmNot pet-safe
American agave care at a glance
American agave (Agave americana) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on American agave
Possible pests on American agave include Agave snout weevil and Slugs and snails. A common disease is Root rot. American agave is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Agave snout weevil Medium
- Slugs and snails Low
Disease
- Root rot High
Toxicity
- Insoluble calcium oxalates Low
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Frequently asked questions about American agave
- Which pests affect American agave?
- Possible pests on American agave include Agave snout weevil and Slugs and snails.
- Which diseases affect American agave?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is American agave toxic to cats and dogs?
- American agave is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does American agave need?
- American agave has a low water requirement.
- What light does American agave need?
- American agave prefers to grow in full sun.
- Is American agave frost-hardy?
- American agave is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 1 °C.